Welcome

We are celebrating our 100th issue which is a great milestone for First Time Buyer. As I look back over the years I can see how we have helped so many first timers get a foot on the property ladder and that really is something to applaud. I hope you enjoy our special commemorative cover which is a real trip down memory lane!

We are also bringing you an extra special SO Resi magazine with this issue. It covers everything from how shared ownership works to the latest news from the mortgage market, plus some perfect FTB hotspots around the country and affordable homes in those areas, along with much more.

Our special friend and huge supporter of the magazine Jonnie Irwin is taking a well-earned holiday, so TV and radio presenter Nicki Chapman has shared with us her thoughts on what’s happening in the property market – do take a read!

With Easter just around the corner we enjoyed tasting some delicious eggs to bring you our round-up of what’s in store and which, in our opinion, are the tastiest treats.

I hope you enjoy this issue which is packed with information and help on buying your first home – enjoy!

Until next time, happy house hunting

For me the

Beth Otway, At home with, page14 page 106

The Kent countryside is right on the doorstep and the city centre is so easy to reach.

Casper Willis, House Hunter, page 16

Our monthly outgoing is £100 less than our one bedroom rental.

Rhianne and Sam, Real Life, page 68

I believe there are many opportunities available now for rst time buyers eager to get on the property ladder.

Nicki

Chapman, Nicki’s World, page 9